The knife, fork and spoon in this set are each made out of 2 pieces, joined at the point of the metal collar. It is likely that this set was made by a sailor. There is little by way of decoration, except to the top of the knife handle, but the pieces have a simple, naive charm. 19th Century.

Size of Knife is given

Dimensions: H 17.5cm x W 2cm x D 1cmH 6¾" x W ¾" x D ¼"

Period: 19th Century

Medium: Marine Ivory

Country: England

Signed: Sailor's Work

Exhibition: Carpe Diem

Reference Number: 81917

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